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Deborah's I Will Run 500 Miles page

Deborah Archibald is raising money for Re-engage
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I Will Run 500 Miles · 27 December 2014

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RCN 1146149 (England & Wales), SC039377 (Scotland)
Re-engage is dedicated to fighting loneliness in old age. We help people over 75 who are facing loneliness and social isolation to re-engage with their communities through regular social contact, giving them a lifeline of friendship and something to look forward to. We have also recently launched call companions; our telephone befriending service for thousands of vulnerable older people in the UK.

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Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

After working in the care sector I am well aware of how the elderly can become isolated and feel lonely, especially at Christmas.

'Contact the Elderly' charity solely dedicates to tackling these issues by organising monthly Sunday tea parties for small groups and volunteers within their local community throughout the UK, even Aberdeen. 

Those attending are collected by the same volunteer driver each time, meaning acquaintances become friendships, replacing loneliness with companionship.

I am doing this challenge to raise money for the organisation to ensure that next year we can provide a 5* Christmas dinner with entertainment.

This is not going to be an easy challenge - taking into consideration weather, illness, holidays and injuries - however I will complete this and I'm sure your donations and kind words will keep me motivated!

Wish me luck and follow my Facebook page.

Love Debbie

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